Tell it to the judge Meaning in English
expression
TEL-it-tuh-juj
TEL-it-TOO-juhj
Definition
This is a sarcastic expression used to respond to someone making excuses or trying to justify themselves, suggesting you don't believe them or don't care.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal, often used with sarcasm or annoyance. Implies the person's excuse won't work. Not literally about a court. Commonly used in response to complaints or justifications. Can sound dismissive or rude.
Spanish: díselo al juezPortuguese (BR): fala isso para o juizPortuguese (PT): diz isso ao juizChinese (Simplified): 去跟法官说吧Chinese (Traditional): 去跟法官說吧Hindi: यह बात न्यायाधीश को बता दोArabic: قلها للقاضيBengali: বিচারককে গিয়ে বলোRussian: расскажи это судьеJapanese: 裁判に言ってくれVietnamese: nói với thẩm phán điKorean: 판사한테 가서 말해Turkish: bunu hakime anlatUrdu: یہ جاکر جج کو سناؤIndonesian: bilang saja ke hakim
Example Sentences
If you don't believe me, tell it to the judge.
basic
You broke the rule? Tell it to the judge.
basic
Mom didn't listen to your excuse? Tell it to the judge.
basic
You always have some story—tell it to the judge!
natural
That's a good one, but tell it to the judge next time.
natural
I’m not buying your excuse—tell it to the judge.
natural